Henrik Stenson shot arguably the best final round in major history to lift the Claret Jug for the first time at Royal Troon.

In an incredible duel with five-time major winner Phil Mickelson, the Swede showed nerves of steel throughout his round to post 63 - which included ten birdies and two bogeys - and his peers couldn't believe what they were seeing as the duo finished 14 and 11 shots clear respectively of J.B. Holmes in third.

What a front runner Stenson is. Amazing duel there from the 2 boys. Phil was awesome. So happy for @henrikstenson. Much deserved. #openchamp
— Graeme McDowell (@Graeme_McDowell) July 17, 2016

@henrikstenson just incredible! The separated two shoot the lowest rounds of the day! unreal.. Inspiring to watch!
— Jordan Spieth (@JordanSpieth) July 17, 2016

Just landed in London, heard the great news. Very impressive and congrats @henrikstenson , Sweden doesn't have to wait no more!!#TheOpen
— Jesper Parnevik (@JesperParnevik) July 17, 2016

20 under!!! Respect @henrikstenson. That's how you earn your 1st major. Amazing stuff.
— Luke Donald (@LukeDonald) July 17, 2016

Couldn't be happier for my friend @henrikstenson to win his 1st major with the best ever score -20 @TheOpen! Some golf that was!!
— Sergio Garcia (@TheSergioGarcia) July 17, 2016

Well well well.... Amazing stuff @henrikstenson outrageous golf!! Sweden now have 1 1/2 majors this year!!!! @TheOpen
— Danny Willett (@Danny_Willett) July 17, 2016

Phil played all four rds under par, including a 63 and a final rd 65, and STILL LOST BY 3! That was incredible. This Open was won, not lost.
— Webb Simpson (@webbsimpson1) July 17, 2016

Congrats @henrikstenson what a performance! #TheOpen
— Paul Casey (@Paul_Casey) July 17, 2016

Probably the best golf I've ever ever seen.... @henrikstenson #openchampion #TheOpen
— Matthew Baldwin (@mattbaldwin26) July 17, 2016

Awesome @henrikstenson and his team Pete Cowen & @SwashPutting so pleased for him! Unbelievable display of golf today!!!!!!!
— Matt Fitzpatrick (@MattFitz94) July 17, 2016